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Old 01-10-2025, 08:05 AM
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Default Home advice

We moved into a new home south of 44 four years ago and couldn’t be happier. I have no idea why your questions would prompt advice to buy a preowned home. I think you will love building. Some advice not in the order you asked although do what makes you happy:
1. LVP or tile flooring. Quartz counters
2. Gas is what most people prefer. I have electric and it is fine.
3. Stretch (expand) everything, including garage. For resale you need at least a 2 car plus golf cart garage. Everything is better stretched.
4. Consider your lanai - I wish my lanai was larger and had more overs space ( with roof). If you have room, expand it.
5. Avoid gray cabinets etc. as it looks dated.
6. I have neighbors right behind me and with our landscaping it is not an issue. If I had unlimited money I’d have a preserve or pond view. With that huge lanai.
7. I’m a cook, so I love my huge island and tons of drawers. Kitchens are important because they are $$ to upgrade later. Think about quality there.

Good luck on your new build! Welcome to the villages!